Hunkeler Strategies Feature Partnerships for End-to-End Automation

Published: February 23, 2017

As a successful Hunkeler Innovationdays 2017 wraps up, Senior Editor Cary Sherburne speaks with Hunkeler CEO Michel Hunkeler about the company's strategies for the future. Key to the future is Hunkeler's partnerships with printing and finishing vendors to leverage respective strengths for the benefit of their mutual customers.

A Look Inside the Kodak Booth at Hunkeler Innovationdays

Published: February 22, 2017

Randy Vadagriff, VP of R&D for Enterprise Inkjet at Kodak, gives us an overview of the Kodak booth at Hunkeler Innovation Days. Featured are the Prosper S-Series Imprinting System, the Prosper 6000C Full Color Press, as well as Ultrastream technology unveiled at drupa.

Increased Multi-Vendor Integration Featured at Hunkeler Innovationdays 2017

Published: February 22, 2017

Daniel Erni, Sales Director at Hunkeler, speaks with Senior Editor Cary Sherburne about the new products the company has on display at Hunkeler Innovationdays 2017. He highlights the increased integration among Hunkeler, Horizon and Muller Martini for better end-to-end finishing productivity.

Take a Tour of the Ricoh Booth at Hunkeler Innovation Days

Published: February 21, 2017

Ricoh's Mike Herold, Eric Staples, Nick Fiore, and John Blyth take us on a tour of the Ricoh booth at Hunkeler Innovation Days. They discuss the VC60000, Pro C9110, and software solutions.

Hunkeler Innovationdays: Off to a Great Start

Published: February 21, 2017

Senior Editor Cary Sherburne and Technology Editor David Zwang discuss highlights of Hunkeler Innovationdays, where a number of new products were announced. Attendance at the show is expected to be about 6,000 people over four days in beautiful Lucerne, Switzerland.

Interview with Crit Driessen on Canon's Launch of the Océ ProStream

Published: February 20, 2017

Crit Driessen, VP Strategy and Alliances at Canon Océ sat down Senior Editor David Zwang to talk about the launch of the Océ ProStream. The ProStream is a continuous feed production inkjet system targeting the mid-to-high volume commercial printing market. The device leverages Océ technology from its previous continuous feed systems as well as the its sheetfed Océ VarioPrint i300.

12th Hunkeler Innovationdays Kicks Off with New Product Announcements

Published: February 20, 2017

For a quarter of a century, Hunkeler Innovationdays has been a preferred venue for new product announcements, and 2017 is no exception. Hear what Hunkeler President and Innovationdays Project Director Stefan Hunkeler has to say about what to expect at this year's event, which is expected to draw nearly 7,000 visitors.

Frank and Konica Minolta's Gavin Smith "Connect" on Book Cover Embellishment

Published: February 17, 2017

Frank talks to Gavin Smith of Konica, which distributed 800 copies of “The New Print Industry” book at EFI CONNECT Conference. We discuss the cover embellishment by MGI.

Software Focus: Staying on Main Street

Published: February 16, 2017

What does "staying on Main Street" with your software product mean? It means using software for what it was intended to do and not trying to add features just because you can. Tight focus on both the development of software solutions and their use will keep everyone out of trouble.

Clemson University: Contributing to the Printing Industry Talent Pool

Published: February 15, 2017

Dr. Erica Walker, Lecturer in the Graphic Communications Department at Clemson University, talks with Senior Editor Cary Sherburne about the university's program and its contribution to attracting new talent to the printing industry. She emphasizes the importance of stressing print as an important element of multi-channel communications.

Why Worry about Optical Brightening Agents and Their Impact on Color?

Published: February 14, 2017

Son Do, Chief Technology Officer at Rods and Cones, a color management and workflow consulting firm, talks about the impact of optical brightening agents (OBAs) on color management and how to compensate for them. He explains how new standards for viewing conditions help ensure colors are in sync across a variety of lighting conditions. He also talks about the importance of having the right controlled lighting conditions and color measurement instruments.

Are you up to date on the latest M-Series and Viewing Standards?

Published: February 14, 2017

Ray Cheydleur, X-Rite's Printing & Imaging Portfolio Manager and Chairman of CGATS, provides an update on the most recent changes in the M-Series and viewing standards, and how they interact in terms of accurately and consistently measuring color, especially when optical brighteners are involved.

Are Printers Investing in Professional Services?

Published: February 13, 2017

Pat McGrew, Director of Production Workflow at InfoTrends, discusses recent InfoTrends research that reveals that printers are not so willing to pay for Professional Services, but rather, expect the vendor to support them with services as part of the purchase. The fact that vendors see services as a growth area reflects a disconnect that will be important to watch play out. She provides advice to both parties.

Frank on Industry Research and WhatTheyThink's Printing Forecast

Published: February 10, 2017

Frank reviews WhatTheyThink's latest research and "Printing Forecast 2017". This insightful report captures the mindset of the printing industry at this time and presents both Federal data and projections.

Why You Should Attend InPrint US in Orlando in April

Published: February 9, 2017

Are you planning to attend InPrint, the industrial printing show in Orlando in April? Maybe you think industrial print doesn't apply to you. But take a look at this video with show co-founder Frazer Chesterman who explains what it means and why it is important for print and packaging service providers to pay attention. As he explains, we're not talking about additive manufacturing as much as we are talking about different ways inkjet deposition technologies are being used for industrial purposes, including home decor. We'll see you at the show. Don't be left behind!

Stop with the Software Talk

Published: February 9, 2017

In talking about software solutions, its best to talk about the problems you want to solve rather than suggesting solutions like "drag and drop". Making recommendations for how to solve things prevents real understanding of what you're actually trying to solve. Focus on describing the problems you're having and the results you want to create.

Core Publishing Solutions: A Rich Heritage and a Dynamic Future Strategy

Published: February 8, 2017

On a recent visit to Thomson Reuters Core Publishing Solutions in Minneapolis, Senior Editor Cary Sherburne was able to speak with Vice President Todd Roth about the organizations history, dating back to the late 1800s, and his strategies for the future. The company follows Lean Manufacturing principles to deliver outstanding service and quality to both internal and external customers.

What's the Best Way to Implement Statistical Process Control in Printing?

Published: February 8, 2017

It's John The Math Guy Seymour's opinion that traditional statistical process control strategies don't really apply to the printing industry. View the video to find out why, and what his recommendations are.

Dr Abhay Sharma Discusses the Benefits of Extended Color Gamut Printing

Published: February 7, 2017

Dr. Abhay Sharma, Professor of Graphic Communications Management at Ryerson University, talks about the revolution Extended Color Gamut printing is bringing to color printing by using a fixed set of inks to achieve a wider color gamut, minimize the need for spot inks and custom manufacturing, and improve productivity. It's a revolution ... better color and less costly.

How Do You Develop Marketing Content that Resonates?

Published: February 6, 2017

Content Strategist Margie Dana talks about how printers can present their technology content in a way that is understandable to customers. She recommends investigating all available channels and creating small bits of content to get started. Creating content in terms that resonate with the customer is critical.